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Behr Sequoia Lake PPU12-02

Sequoia Lake

Behr

PPU12-02

About Sequoia Lake by Behr

Brightness: 13.5%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #506c6b

RGB: 80, 108, 107

Hue178°

Saturation15%

Lightness37%

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These are close matches to Sequoia Lake from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Sequoia Lake looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Sequoia Lake PPU12-02 a warm or cool color?
Sequoia Lake by Behr is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Sequoia Lake?
Sequoia Lake sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 178°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sequoia Lake?
Brightness is about 14%. Saturation is around 15%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 37%. Hue is close to 178°. The hex value is #506c6b. The RGB value is 80, 108, 107.
Is Sequoia Lake better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sequoia Lake has brightness around 14%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Sequoia Lake?
You can match Sequoia Lake with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Sequoia Lake work best in a home?
Sequoia Lake works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Sequoia Lake compare to a pure white paint?
Sequoia Lake is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Behr

These lighter shades sit above Sequoia Lake in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Behr

These colors drop a bit below Sequoia Lake in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Behr

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Sequoia Lake. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Sequoia Lake. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.